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AV51 BXZ

2001 Vauxhall Astra

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

118,406 mi
Last recorded118,406 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Astra83,732 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 BXZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2018 118,406 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 111,798 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 19 Apr 2017 111,798 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 103,912 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both 185/65 R15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 95,760 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 87,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

offside front brake ferrule corroding

offside front brake pipe corroding...advise to replace

offside rear brake pipes corroding...advise to replace

slight misting of oil around steering rack

Pass 8 Mar 2013 86,610 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 84,456 miles

nearside front headlamp aim pattern weak

offside front headlamp aim pattern weak

Pass 10 Mar 2011 76,595 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 68,333 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 58,970 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 56,155 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 47,397 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2006 37,572 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 23,937 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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AV51 BXZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 83,732 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV51 BXZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 25 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV51 BXZ registered?

AV51 BXZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is AV51 BXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV51 BXZ shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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